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Ethical Dilemmas of Physicians During a Pandemic

The pandemic of the COVID-19 virus has denied all of us the “normal” lives we led before, but, in the world of healthcare, it has produced ethical dilemmas

ENVIRON

Kids Are Affected by Climate Change in Ways We Rarely Consider

Climate change isn't solely a matter of warming air and seas, it affects kids both mentally and physically.

EDUCATE

UNDERSTANDING

Preparing for: Endometrial Ablation

Prepare yourself for an Endometrial Ablation by learning more about what the procedure entails.

DISEASES

How Much Does a Booster Shot Protect Against Omicron?

Prefer to listen to this article? Watch this article here. Omicron cases are finally starting to go down. Omicron has been gripping the world for the...

Hospice Care on a Personal Level in My Family

The concept of hospice dates back several centuries and involves caring for sick travelers, strangers on their journeys to the Holy Land. The practice now shows an unsavory side fueled by greed and profit making.

Monkeypox: What You Need to Know

Monkeypox is a virus endemic in parts of West and Central Africa. The condition is a less virulent form of smallpox.

Wildfire Smoke Linked to Dementia, Brain Damage and Body Health, So Beware

Both short-term and long-term exposure to wildfire smoke and other pollutants like ozone and diesel emissions can cause inflammation in the brain.

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SAFETY

Texas Listeria Outbreak Leads to Tyson Chicken Recall

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention announced a recall of over 8 million pounds of ready-to-eat chicken after a Listeria outbreak in Texas was detected by the Whole Genome Sequencing Project.

CARDIO

This 5-Minute Habit Could Help Prevent a Dangerous Heart Condition.

At 7:28 a.m., the sidewalk was still damp from last night’s Seattle area rain. I stepped outside, tea still warming my throat, and began walking...

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QUACK ALERTS

Kelly Brogan on Medika’s Quack Scale

Kelly Brogan scores 5 out of 5 on Medika's Quack Scale. She poses a very high risk to both her patients and the general public and we recommend against following any of her advice.